Asbestos Removal Wellington: Asbestos Solutions for Residential & Commercial Removal

Yes, we do. All asbestos materials are safely transported and disposed of at licensed facilities, following strict regulations to ensure no environmental contamination. Central Demolition handles this process with full compliance and documentation.

Yes, we provide asbestos removal services for residential properties, and at commercial and industrial sites.

We can advise you of the legislative requirements in terms of asbestos identification and removal prior to the demolition project commencing - making the process as easy as possible for you.

Without getting too detailed, the asbestos removal process includes identifying the asbestos, creating a removal plan, safely removing the material, and disposing of it at a certified facility. We ensure all steps comply with New Zealand’s regulations and keep you up to date with progress throughout.

The cost of removing asbestos varies based on the size of the area and the type of asbestos present. Once we have undertaken a site assessment we can provide you with an accurate quote.

Our team is certified in both Class A asbestos removal and Class B asbestos removal. Once the removal process has been completed, we provide the relevant clearance certificates and documentation confirming the area is safe and free of asbestos.

The timeline for re-entering a property will depend upon a range of factors as each asbestos removal project is different. Once the project has been completed, we are issued a Class A Clearance Certificate from an independent asbestos assessor, confirming the space is safe for re-entry. Our team will keep you up to date throughout on progress and will let you know when you can return to your property.

Yes. The reason is that floor covering backing paper & popcorn ceilings, also known as textured ceilings, often contain asbestos, especially in older properties. Attempting to remove them yourself could expose you to hazardous asbestos fibres, putting your health at risk.

Wellington asbestos projects often require a higher level of planning and control due to:

• Tight site footprints and minimal laydown areas
• Wind exposure and weather considerations affecting fibre control
• Live environments with nearby tenants, traffic, or public access
• Seismically strengthened buildings with complex construction details
• Older materials with multiple asbestos-containing products present

Central Demolition addresses these challenges through detailed methodologies, engineered enclosures, negative pressure systems, real-time air monitoring, and a highly trained removal team accustomed to Wellington conditions.

We have successfully completed asbestos removal works throughout Wellington City and the wider region, including commercial buildings, schools, industrial facilities, public infrastructure, and high-risk demolition sites. Our team has removed both Class A (friable) and Class B (non-friable) asbestos from complex environments where maintaining safety, programme certainty, and public confidence is critical.

Yes, we can. Examples of asbestos projects in Wellington and nearby regions include:

• Large-scale commercial and infrastructure-related demolition projects involving significant volumes of asbestos. A key example is the Tirangi Road project completed for Wellington International Airport, which involved the demolition and asbestos removal of three warehouse buildings totalling approximately 4,000 m². Works included the safe removal of around 2,500 m² of Super Six roofing, 600 m² of asbestos paper, 400 m² of bitumen products, and 200 m² of asbestos cladding.
• High-risk inner-city projects with close neighbouring properties and restricted site access. A key example is 104 Dixon Street, Wellington, which involved the full demolition of a four-storey building followed by site remediation. Prior to demolition, Central Demolition completed comprehensive asbestos removal works, including asbestos cladding, vinyl flooring, and contaminated roof voids. All asbestos was removed in accordance with approved plans, enabling the safe and controlled demolition of the structure.
• Multi-month asbestos removal programmes delivered alongside active construction and redevelopment works. A notable example is Wairarapa College, where Central Demolition has been engaged for approximately four years supporting the staged refurbishment of the main school building. The scope has included the removal of asbestos-contaminated soil beneath classrooms, remediation of mercury contamination within the basement, and a wide range of enabling works to support the ongoing construction programme.